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Param Sundari Review: Just Like A Kerala Reel

Param Sundari Review: Just Like A Kerala Reel

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

The lead pair looks good on screen. But each time they look lovingly into each other's eyes, the viewer's eye wanders over to the gorgeous landscape, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Tribals ransack church, attack SP in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur

Tribals ransack church, attack SP in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Narayanpur district Superintendent of Police (SP) Sadanand Kumar was attacked during the protest that took place in the afternoon and was being treated at a hospital, an official said.

'Fringe Elements Must Be Brought Under Control'

'Fringe Elements Must Be Brought Under Control'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

'They should be given a strong message that they are not the ones who decide the rule of the land, and they are not the ones who decide what justice is.'

Man held for damaging crosses in Mumbai church's cemetery

Man held for damaging crosses in Mumbai church's cemetery

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

The motive behind the act is being investigated, a police officer said.

Namaaz In A Church...

Namaaz In A Church...

Rediff.com13 May 2022

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BJP vs BJP over Kerala nuns' arrest in Chhattisgarh

BJP vs BJP over Kerala nuns' arrest in Chhattisgarh

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The Kerala BJP has contradicted the Chhattisgarh Chief Minister's justification of the arrest of two Keralite Catholic nuns, stating they were not involved in human trafficking or forced conversion attempts and promising to help them.

Safety of our daughters: Chh'garh CM defends nuns' arrest amid political row

Safety of our daughters: Chh'garh CM defends nuns' arrest amid political row

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The arrest of two Catholic nuns from Kerala in Chhattisgarh on charges of human trafficking and forced religious conversion has ignited a political controversy, with opposition parties criticizing the arrest and the Chief Minister defending the police action.

Pope Leo makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park

Pope Leo makes his first US pitch at White Sox Park

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The pontiff, the first leader of the global Catholic Church from the United States, appeared for about seven minutes on Rate Field's jumbotron during the event, organized by the Chicago archdiocese and featuring several other local personalities, including Bulls announcer Chuck Swirsky.

1 killed, 5 injured in California church shooting

1 killed, 5 injured in California church shooting

Rediff.com16 May 2022

The gunfire erupted during a lunch reception honouring a former pastor of a Taiwanese congregation that has services at Geneva.

PIX: Kolkata Bids Emotional Adieu To Dr Vece Paes

PIX: Kolkata Bids Emotional Adieu To Dr Vece Paes

Rediff.com17 Aug 2025

Dr. Vece Paes laid to rest as Ganguly, Tirkey join mourners in funeral procession

What Happens After The Pope Dies?

What Happens After The Pope Dies?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Pope Francis shaped the Church he led. And in death, his reforms shape his farewell.

Rename Churchgate station after...: Dhangar leader

Rename Churchgate station after...: Dhangar leader

Rediff.com31 May 2025

Talking about the demand for renaming Churchgate station, Shendage asked, "There is neither any church nor any gate here, so why retain the name Churchgate?"

21 killed, 83 hurt in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian city

21 killed, 83 hurt in Russian missile strike on Ukrainian city

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

The assault occurred as residents were attending Sunday church services.

'Her Mother Is Broken With Grief'

'Her Mother Is Broken With Grief'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'We are holding up in this difficult time and hope to bring her home on Thursday morning.'

Bengaluru Police stops Ed Sheeran's street performance

Bengaluru Police stops Ed Sheeran's street performance

Rediff.com9 Feb 2025

Bengaluru Police on Sunday morning halted British musician Ed Sheeran's live street performance in the city, citing lack of permission by the popular singer-songwriter.

Srinagar Celebrates Christmas!

Srinagar Celebrates Christmas!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2024

Glimpses of Christmas being celebrated in Srinagar.

When Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez Took Their Vows...

When Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez Took Their Vows...

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Venice became a luxe witness as Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez tied the knot; their starry guestlist included A-listers, royalty and designers.

Row in Kerala's Syro-Malabar Church over holy mass; archbishop under fire

Row in Kerala's Syro-Malabar Church over holy mass; archbishop under fire

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The negotiations between the priests protesting against the the Synod's decision to introduce a uniform mass and a sub-committee comprising three bishops constituted by the Synod to find a way to solve the matter.

'Kerala Is On A Ventilator'

'Kerala Is On A Ventilator'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

'The fiscal situation is extremely vulnerable. It has never been so bad in Kerala's history.'

'Modi ke saath Musalman': BJP's Muslim outreach in UP

'Modi ke saath Musalman': BJP's Muslim outreach in UP

Rediff.com10 Jun 2025

The party is slated to organise yoga events in 403 madrasas of UP on International Yoga Day (June 21).

Bajrang Dal forced me to frame nuns: Chhattisgarh woman

Bajrang Dal forced me to frame nuns: Chhattisgarh woman

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

A victim of alleged human trafficking and forceful conversion in Chhattisgarh claims she was coerced by Bajrang Dal activists to give a false statement. She also alleges police did not record her statement properly and that the arrested nuns are innocent.

Why I Will Be Going Back To Vietnam

Why I Will Be Going Back To Vietnam

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Vietnam was wonderful and the people warm and hospitable, Radhika Mittal discovered over a 11-day stay.

'Coming Election Is Very Crucial For Congress'

'Coming Election Is Very Crucial For Congress'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

'We can't afford to fight each other.' 'We have to win the 2026 election.'

Liverpool players join family for Diego Jota's funeral

Liverpool players join family for Diego Jota's funeral

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

Carrying a red floral wreath bearing his shirt number, Diogo Jota's Liverpool teammates joined relatives and residents in a small Portuguese town on Saturday for the funeral of the soccer star.

Which football club does Pope Leo support?

Which football club does Pope Leo support?

Rediff.com10 May 2025

The club did not directly confirm it, but welcomed the new pontiff after his election on Thursday.

Pope Francis' funeral concludes at St Peter's Basilica

Pope Francis' funeral concludes at St Peter's Basilica

Rediff.com26 Apr 2025

The funeral mass of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday, concluded at St Peter's Square on Saturday with the bells of St Peter's Basilica tolling to signal the end of the 2 hours and 10 minutes long service.

Church broken into, set on fire in MP; 'Ram' scrawled on wall, says devotee

Church broken into, set on fire in MP; 'Ram' scrawled on wall, says devotee

Rediff.com13 Feb 2023

A church was torched and defiled by unidentified persons in Madhya Pradesh's Narmadapuram district, the police said on Monday.

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

This is important because he is to be seen as a sure winner before criss-crossing the state to campaign for candidates of the party or an alliance, highlights N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Pope Leo Greeted People With A Namaste'

'Pope Leo Greeted People With A Namaste'

Rediff.com17 May 2025

'We had prepared tapioca and crabs for him, and he enjoyed the Kerala cuisine thoroughly.'

Modi offers prayers in Delhi church on Easter amid BJP bid to woo Christians

Modi offers prayers in Delhi church on Easter amid BJP bid to woo Christians

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

An official video showed the prime minister being welcomed at the church and him greeting priests and worshippers on the holy day.

Pix: Ivanka, Oprah, Kim Arrive For Jeff Bezos' Wedding

Pix: Ivanka, Oprah, Kim Arrive For Jeff Bezos' Wedding

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

When Amazon's Billionaire Boss Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez say 'I do,' the world's glamorous power circle RSVPs yes.

Pope Francis passes away hours after delivering Easter message

Pope Francis passes away hours after delivering Easter message

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

Pope Francis has died, the Vatican said on Monday. The Pope passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88 at his residence in the Vatican's Casa Santa Marta, according to a statement from the Vatican.

Serie A matches postponed after death of Pope Francis

Serie A matches postponed after death of Pope Francis

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

'The date of the rearranged fixtures will be announced in due course.'

Voting Begins To Elect A New Pope!

Voting Begins To Elect A New Pope!

Rediff.com8 May 2025

On May 7, 2025, the conclave to elect a new pope began.

13 Bajrang Dal, VHP activists booked for attack on church building in UP

13 Bajrang Dal, VHP activists booked for attack on church building in UP

Rediff.com26 Jun 2023

A Bajrang Dal leader said that a church was being built without obtaining prior permission and the local administration did nothing to stop its construction.

PIX: Church in honor of Maradona opens in Mexico

PIX: Church in honor of Maradona opens in Mexico

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

The Maradonian religion has spread to several countries around the world and has more half a million followers.

Where Mother Teresa Lived And Died

Where Mother Teresa Lived And Died

Rediff.com2 Jul 2025

A man sits with his eyes closed on a bench beside her grave. Another kneels at the foot of the grave in prayer. A bunch of paper slips and pens are kept on the window to write down prayer petitions

After Waqf, BJP will move to land of temples: Uddhav

After Waqf, BJP will move to land of temples: Uddhav

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray has slammed the BJP over its stance on the Waqf Amendment Bill, accusing the party of a "fraudulent" approach and of trying to take away land for its industrialist friends. He also dared the BJP to remove the green color from its party flag if it disliked Muslims. Thackeray's comments come after the bill was passed by the Lok Sabha on Thursday.

Merry X'mas: 125-yr-old Srinagar church reopens after 30 yrs

Merry X'mas: 125-yr-old Srinagar church reopens after 30 yrs

Rediff.com22 Dec 2021

The Church located near the Chest Diseases Hospital on the foothills of the Shankaracharya hillock in Dalgate area of the city here will officially be thrown open for the public on Thursday, but the prayer was held on Wednesday, officials said.

Indian priest elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis

Indian priest elevated as cardinal by Pope Francis

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

The ceremony, held at the famous St Peter's Basilica and attended by clergy and dignitaries from around the world, witnessed the induction of 21 new cardinals from various countries.